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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1931
Page
6
A local retailer shifts to cash transactions, ending unpaid account reminders and the privilege of buying on credit. The change aims to streamline purchases for both store and customers, with emphasis on paying at the time of sale.
In Cedar County tensions rise as residents protest state enforcement of the tuberculin test requirement. The piece argues for enforcing all laws, questions the use of funds, and compares wartime conscription of labor to mobilizing wealth to aid unemployment.
The piece questions when prosperity will arrive, recalling Hoover's promise of an anti poverty plan. It notes rising personal crises linked to ill health and financial despondency, suggesting both excessive wealth and poverty can erode mental faculties and lead to self destruction.
Attendance at the Passion Play at the Masonic theatre last week shows strong public interest in this type of performance. The sizable crowds indicate a continuing desire for higher quality dramatic presentations beyond movies.
The passage notes that property transfers require effort and consideration, affecting general business conditions. It emphasizes that money tied up in real estate cannot be used elsewhere and may dampen talk of economic depression, reflecting a psychological effect on the community.
A former police officer files charges against unseen booze and gambling rings under police protection. He has spent months gathering witness names and evidence to aid a cleansing of the city. The disclosure promises sensational details and wide impact.
The Knoxville Journal notes L. J. Skromme offered no constructive measures in a recent speech. It contrasts him with incumbent Dowell and others, arguing that differences between candidates are largely between tweedle-dee and tweedle-dum, with real performance often failing to materialize.
Several years ago a general belief held that expanding radio communication increased atmospheric electricity and caused more storms. It now appears unfounded, with fewer and less severe electrical storms than before. Atmospheric conditions still interfere with radio reception, which has been poor this past summer and remains so.
A Tennessee college professor, Prof Kane, faces murder charges challenging the notion that ignorance causes crime. The state presents a mounting chain of evidence, suggesting crime is more moral than intellectual, as many educated individuals end up in penal institutions despite their learning.
A discussion frames the ongoing costs of car use beyond purchase price. It asks whether companions offered to share oil and gas expenses and notes continuing costs like tire replacement or repairs. It concludes that depreciation persists as long as the car remains in use, not just at purchase or repair moments.
Some 850000 school teachers have returned to the active readership of 26000000 children. These teachers are not only instructors of the mind but guardians of the child's health. Schools now emphasize dental care, hygiene, and personal cleanliness, with broader aims in ethical life.
The National Industries News Service reports a growing protest against diverting gasoline taxes from highway improvements. Oil producers oppose the heavy motorist duty and funds used for purposes other than road building. Taxpayers recall longstanding overcharges and questions about license fee spending, with little objection if funds go to highways.
The piece surveys editorials across Iowa newspapers on fiscal policy and the 1920s political landscape. It notes Senator Brookhart’s view that Hoover seeking a second term is a potential misstep and discusses wage cuts and public sentiment. It contrasts thrift with stimulus as paths to prosperity.
The Northwood Anchor discusses reducing all public officials salaries by twenty percent as a cost saving, noting it would be only a small fraction of expenses. It argues clerks would face real hardship, with a $250 monthly official cut to $200 per month being still a fair reduction within the plan.
A suggested tax perspective argues that if taxes on farm or city property equal twenty five percent of net income, the owner retains three fourths of the property and the rest belongs to the government. If taxes reach half the net profits, the owner holds only half the property, with the other half to the government.
A collage of local humor and anecdotes from Pella features puns about letters and preachers, plus light jests about cash, dental work, mail delays, and everyday mishaps. Notable bits reference Amos ’N Andy, wardrobe quips, and residents like Lob Van Vark Wilbur Johnson and J. C. Penney’s awning, ending with a light jab at Rubes and a rug incident.
A short verse in dialect recounts telling Cy about a haunting. The speaker recalls seeing a ghost at night, it frightened him, and the specter reportedly grinned and roared as he fled toward home and finally paused, exhausted.
A narrator recounts a Halloween fright where a masked figure attacked with a knife. The narrator smashed the weapon, fainted, and was rescued by a passerby who lit a light. The tale warns listeners to stay home after dark to avoid ghosts roaming at night.
State Fair officials express thanks for Chronicle coverage and cooperation with other papers. They note high livestock quality and strong exhibits at the Town State Fair, though rain and poor weather cut receipts by about thirty percent. They pledge to pay premiums and bills promptly and hope for better financial results next year.
Ina Claire headlines the film Rebound beginning Wednesday with Hubert Ames Ina Loy and Hedda Hopper among the stellar cast. The plot follows a girl who ensnares a man on his rebound after a prior dismissal as their married life waxes and wanes in a clever dialogue driven backdrop. A midnight preview Saturday night adds extra attraction to the program.
Des Moines readers are invited to see Wheeler and Woolsey in Caught Plastered at the RKO Orpheum starting Saturday October 3. Dorothy Lee supports. the plot centers on two comic saviors who help a store owner facing foreclosure while foiling a villain who spiked a soda.
The item references two Chronicle dates, 1911 and 1921, marking Flight O Tyme events. It notes historical context tied to aviation milestones featured in the Chronicle on those years. The entry highlights archival reference rather than a current event.
Local Legion post added three new members with two more under review. Celebrant Mrs. G L Shoemaker of Leighton marked a birthday. Tony Van Setten installed a new hot water heating plant at Jaar sma bakery. A farewell for Mr and Mrs John Firth. Mimaries returnees to North Lankimpur Assam. Mrs E A Billings, mother of Mrs A P De Reus, broke her leg. Dick Den Adel showed a twig of a sweet crab tree with blossoms from L G Roorda place. A son born to Mr and Mrs Joe Ettema on Sept 18. Tona Ver Ploeg left for Rawlings Wyo to teach. Weddings: Carl J Crane with Ada Van Zante. Leonard Braam with Harriet Stikete of Holland Mich.
Twenty years ago in 1911 events included the 17th Iowa regiment reunion here and a house fire at W Van Klootwyk's home. Albertus Synhorst, Pella's first born, died in Woodstock Minnesota. An all night service began at the city light plant. John Heerema wed Miss Helen Dieleman. Farewell party for Nettie De Gooyer and a kitchen shower for Allie Dieleman. Joe Faassen left for Northwestern University. Des Moines vaudeville plans and a film for fair week were announced. Grants and travels involve local families and merchants Y T Van Niewaal added a display case to his store.
Des Moines to Eldon and Keokuk routes outlined with eastbound and westbound passenger numbers. Local freight rules require prior station delivery by 5:00 p.m. the day before and state some trains carry passengers to intermediate stops only. Wabash timetable adds westbound and late night local stops for Runnells Albia and beyond.
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